Ukrainian banks are “preparing” to noticeably change the exchange rate: what is the forecast for the dollar

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A noticeable change in the cash dollar exchange rate is expected in Ukrainian banks. According to the forecast, until September 20, the value of the currency in them will be in the range of 44.5-45 UAH. In the evening of September 14, 2026, they bought currency there for an average of 44.34 UAH, and sold it for 44.81 UAH (t. , conditionally 1,300 dollars in hryvnia will be 57.642 thousand. and 58.253 thousand. UAH accordingly). Thus, by the end of the week it is possible that the dollar will rise in price both in purchase and sale..

At the same time, it is emphasized that in general in the cash market the difference between purchase and sale rates will remain within the same limits. In particular:.

In addition, it is noted that the difference in purchase rates in banks will be 0.2-0.3 UAH and 0.3-0.5 UAH in exchange offices. And the difference in sales rates is 0.1-0.2 UAH in banks and 0.3-0.5 UAH in exchange offices.

In general, the banker explained, no significant changes are expected in the foreign exchange market in the coming days.. Indeed, despite the persistence of significant military and economic risks, “exchange rate dynamics will remain quite slow and predictable”.

The main factor in maintaining currency balance, according to him, will remain the policy of the National Bank. In particular, Lesovoy explained, within the framework of the “managed flexibility” regime, the regulator will continue to:.

" Uncontrollable currency fluctuations could further increase inflation and provoke a wave of negative expectations,” concluded Lesovoy.

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